Microsoft teases something big in NYC next Monday for Windows Phone

Next Monday is a big day. First off, there's a mini-press event which we'll be going to, meeting with Microsoft's Andy Lees and Joe Belfiore. Segueing into that is this publicity stunt that Microsoft is evidently doing but not revealing too much about just yet:

"If you live in or around New York City, you might want to find an excuse to wander past Herald Square sometime during the day next Monday—noon would be an especially good time—for a fun surprise we’re putting together. All I can say is we’re bringing Windows Phone to life in a big, big, way. Curious? Stay tuned…."

We think we actually know from an insider what (some) of it involves: If you're familiar with Herald Square, there's a certain historically relevant area that is known for, ahem, displays nearby. Hint, hint...

Well anyways, we'll be there all day covering the event, so don't worry--you'll get some photos and video if needed. And don't forget that night is the Windows Phone party where you can get some drinks, food, see a band and play with some new Winodws Phone hardware. We'll see you there as well.

Microsoft teases something big in NYC next Monday for Windows Phone

AT&T announced in a press release they are getting the Titan, so yes, they are getting it.Have they announced a launch date? No, they have not. Presumably a few weeks from now but no indication that it launches Sunday with the Focus S and Flash.

I'm waiting for news from this event before buying the Focus S on Monday, just in case Microsoft/Sammy has any new promo I can take advantage of, so please update us on the event in real time if possible.

This is going to sound outlandish, but I'm Hoping for may a big 3 reveal...HTC,Nokia,Samsung. bringing forward the triple-crown and that for some ourageous reason, a Nokia will make a surprise appearence so I can get it instead of the Focus S. Again, I stressed outlandish!!!

This is mostly a publicity stunt to get the average person aware of what WP devices are coming. We are WP geeks, we know what is coming and we are already excited. This event is not for us. There may be some future device hints at the earlier event with Mr. Lees and Mr. Belfiore, but not at the big park event. It will be the Titan and the 2 Focus offerings, and it will be news to most of New York. I am excited that Microsoft is doing this type of PR.

It's actually iOS 5 and not everyone is experiencing. Still, it happens enought that Apple has a fix already in beta. BTW, I'm not an Apple fanboy. I have a Focus and an iPad. I don't like Android, though ;-)